I've had my ys640s for 4 years and I love it as a SMOKER, not a grill. Yes, you can grill on it, but nothing beats the weber kettle or gas grill for quick weeknight cooks. Awesome video, keep them coming.
I got a very cheap propane grill as a wedding gift many years ago and upgraded to a Weber Genesis several years later for Father's Day for myself. Used the heck out of it but when the ignitor went out (not hard to replace I know) I found that I really wasn't using it. Got a Blackstone griddle and replaced my Recteq with a Yoder and now I'm selling the Weber Genesis because I just have no need for a propane grill anymore. The Blackstone 36" griddle is all I need for doing those types of cooks and the Yoder fits the bill for everything else. Life is far more simple. #yodersmokers #pelletgrill
I love my Yoder and recommend it to anyone looking to purchase a smoker. It might be a little more expensive but worth it. And the accessories are outstanding. #yodersmokers #pelletgrill
Another great video. I think you have become the official or unofficial go to person for learning about Yoder, and cooking with it. My next smoker will be the Yoder YS640 when my current one dies. Keep up the great videos.
IMO this is a one stop shop with all the accessories. It can surely grill. You can bring this up past 600* with no issues. If you only have room for one grill (and the budget) then look no further
Awesome video and good points made.. definitely considering a Yoder but have been contemplating the lonestargrillz pellet grill because you can add wood chips into your pellets for even more flavor
Thanks. I’m not sure if that actually adds more flavor or not. Pellets burn slower and those small chips are going to burn quick. It’s def interesting, I wouldn’t be surprised if Yoder allowed ppl to do it. No official word yet. 🍻
Unfortunately, no but I can share my thoughts. Pitts and Spitts required add ons for wireless and lacked accessories. It was also more money for less features. Recteq, I didn’t even consider. I can’t get past their handles. I think they look ridiculous and I didn’t want that on my patio. lol personal thing obviously 😁 I read a ton of reviews on the Yoder. I liked the removable fire door for searing and I liked how it got to 600. Add in the accessories and it seemed like the right choice. Years later I still love it and with the pizza oven it’s tough to beat! Hope this helps. 🍻 Ps I tried 3 Traegers all the way up to the Ironwood and hated them. Poor quality and no sear ability at all.
My only problem with my yoder ys640 with comp cart is it only has 2 prob ports. I do like the fireboard control just not the number of ports for probs. Like 4 prob ports. I load it with 4- 6 pork shoulders, 4 briskets, or 6 chuck roasts. I like to know temp all my meat is at.
Lots of good info in this video, especially for new owners. On a different note, try ginger ale with your Appleton, we did and have never gone back to cola #yodersmokers #pelletgrill
Thanks for this video. I currently have a different brand of pellet grill and have been eyeing a Yoder Smoker for sometime. I love watching your videos, but it makes me want one even more! #yodersmokers #pelletgrill
I love my offset smoker, but also would never get rid of my pellet smoker just because of the convenience! Perfect to use during the busy weeknight. #yodersmokers #pelletgrill
Great info for the new owners or those thinking about buying a #pelletgrill.. I love my #yodersmokers YS640s. I have most of those accessories. Keep up the great videos Jake, cheers.
Question 4 people ask me all the time. I give the same answer. I just tell them if they get a pellet make sure it can sear (even if it's a small fire pot). #yodersmokers #pelletgrill
Thanks Jake! I'm only going to pick one premium grill and I've been stuck between the Kamado Big Joe and the YS 640S. I finally picked the Yoder, solely because of the set it and forget it ability. I don't have the time for monitoring the grill temp for long cooks and thought the Yoder would work better. Time will greatly tell. Thanks much for all the information! I intend to purchase both the shelf covers, drip tray and a smoke tube. I will also purchase the cover though I intend to store the grill in my garage and wheel it out when needed. #YoderSmokers & #PelletGrill
I have had lots of grills and smokers over 50 years experience. The Y640s is fantasticly the best unit I ever had....No grease fires...Plenty of heat...searing capable...smokes well...get a tube if you want more....Holds temp...just be patient...Works great!
@@1953MMike - thanks for info - great to know. Any recommendations on good Yoder forums? I signed up for Yoder forum on their website, but, it seems like a ton of posts go unanswered….
Again, great video Keep 'em" coming. #yodersmokers are built like a tank and have more accessories then Pitts and Spitts. I really enjoy #pelletgrill cooking.
#yodersmokers #pelletgrill Hey there! Just saw your video. Considering the 480S due to space constraints. Was also checking out the Weber Searwood… Would love feedback. I know the Weber will fit my area, not sure if the 480S will. At 53” wide with the side shelf it will not.. I have 42” to work with.
How hard is it to use the direct flame? i.e., do you have to remove the 300 degree grill grate, then use a tool to get the plate off.. find a place to lay a 300 degree plate, then put the grate back on?
Good video. Although I've got a pellet smoker, I rarely use it. For people that are just going to have a pellet grill and that's it, seems like the Yoder is a good option. I had a Pitts and Spits and it was a fantastic pellet grill and had a grill zone. Only tried that once since I have several other options that are better for grilling. Now just have the Myron Mixon Barq, which is a really good pellet smoker, with lots of room. I would love to see more cooking from your Alfa pizza oven, since I am new to mine as well. Only cooked on mine probably five times. There is a learning curve for sure. I'm trying to dial in cooking chicken and other stuff in mine. I am in love with my Alfa. Haven't seen you crank up your KK much lately. #YoderSmokers #PelletGrill
I completely get the lack of room argument. The KK does take more space. Do you follow The Wood Fired Oven Chef? If not, you might look him up. He has a great understanding of the versatility of a wood fired oven. I am going to try several of his techniques and recipes. Have a blessed day. @@RumandCook
My questions… I have/had a Traeger (max 375 degrees) and a Camp Chef (max 300 degrees) that won’t get to or hold high temps despite being cleaned. Does this happen with Yoder? Also can I use the temp probes at high temps (e.g., searing steaks)?
Those temps sound low. I’d tried a better quality pellet like Bear Mountain to see if you can get it higher. The Yoder can do 600 no problem. It will do higher with the diffuser plate open. No, do not use the probes when searing. 🍻
#yodersmokers #pelletgrill I'd like to get one of the Lone Star Grillz pellet smokers, as they seem to be in a league of their own in terms of smoke flavor (at least prior to the ones that let you put actual wood chunks in there... but IMO if you're going to put a piece of wood in there every 20-60 minutes, you may as well just use an offset). It also has some common sense design decisions I love, like the ash basket just being removable and easily dumped without having to take everything out of it. They sell an insert you can put in it that lets you direct grill with charcoal as well. They use FireBoard technology. I've done a lot of research, and it just seems like it's the best pellet smoker on the market if you want to use it like a pellet smoker (set it and forget it). Still, that is a long ways off, if ever. I need to get the deck rebuilt and expanded, then I'd like to get a KK... so who knows how long all that will take to save up for.
The Yoder uses Fireboard as well. LSG tends to go back and forth from big amounts to smoke to little where as the Yoder is constant smoke. They programmed it differently to try and get more smoke. Just a different approach. 🍻
@praetorxyn pretty sure I know the video you are talking about. Funny how I asked him in 2 different videos if he was sent the LSG for free and he ignored my comments 😀.
@@RumandCook I’ve seen it more than once from different people. I’ve seen LSG put up head to head with offsets, with comments being made like “a lot close than any other pellet grill I’ve seen” etc. These are all tiny channels, so I don’t know why LSG would send any people with little to no influence anything.
@praetorxyn tough to say. It’s a good product don’t get me wrong. I’m not knocking it. I’ve also seen people say the camp chef is as good as an offset and then others say no way. It’s all very subjective. Lots of options which is awesome 🍻
Hey brother I’m pretty sure I am getting the 640 does this hold temp in over night cooks? Are these it? I have a camp chef that has been a beast but I love this Yoder look and build
I’ve done tons of overnight cooks, no issues. You will get higher temps, a nice sear zone, and a pizza oven option with the Yoder. I think it’s a no brainer personally. 🍻
Do you find that you can hold high temps on the pizza oven with the smoker door opened? Looks like the manufacturer recommends that. #yodersmokers #pelletgrill
Mind if i ask..it looks from your videos your less then 18” away from the wall..i did my first burn in and notice the stucco snd window hot..i was about 10” out..also, another stupid question ..any suggestions on cord\cable management for the power cord? And how about probe grommet mod so the probes dont score the metal with the cable>. Thanks
Mine is not 18” away, but I haven’t noticed any issues so far. Unfortunately, I don’t have any other suggestions for the cord and probe. The probe is braided stainless so I haven’t had any issues to date. Cord just lays on the ground for me. 🍻
I did a video on that awhile back: Top 5 Yoder Pellet Grill Accessories th-cam.com/video/R3fw-DL9xUE/w-d-xo.html Can’t remember if the pizza oven was out yet, but it’s a must have. 🍻
How do you measure the entire cook chamber temps Left vs Right / Front vs Rear without any Thermometers installed in the hood ??? You're flying blind. The two meat probes obviously measure the internal temp of the food.
The Yoder works just like an offset. The fire is on the left and stack is on the right. There isn’t as much of a difference as you might think. I’ve measured it with 6 probes. 🍻
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Did your meatloaf was great first time thank u
@user-lc9qn8zv4r awesome, glad it turned out well! 🍻
Well, I did it. I returned my T, and bought a 640s. Now I’m watching all the unboxing and seasoning videos. Your videos are great. Keep the coming.
Congrats. You’ll love it! 🍻
I've had my ys640s for 4 years and I love it as a SMOKER, not a grill. Yes, you can grill on it, but nothing beats the weber kettle or gas grill for quick weeknight cooks. Awesome video, keep them coming.
True 🍻
I got a very cheap propane grill as a wedding gift many years ago and upgraded to a Weber Genesis several years later for Father's Day for myself. Used the heck out of it but when the ignitor went out (not hard to replace I know) I found that I really wasn't using it. Got a Blackstone griddle and replaced my Recteq with a Yoder and now I'm selling the Weber Genesis because I just have no need for a propane grill anymore. The Blackstone 36" griddle is all I need for doing those types of cooks and the Yoder fits the bill for everything else. Life is far more simple. #yodersmokers #pelletgrill
I should mention that I have a Weber kettle when I want to get old fashioned with charcoal but those things are indestructible.
Good combo! I still use my gas for large gathers or quick sausages/fajitas but not nearly as much as I used to. 🍻
I switched over to my bronco drum works fine for what I do now. Glad I did helped me learn some fire management. #yodersmokers #pelletgrill
I love my Yoder and recommend it to anyone looking to purchase a smoker. It might be a little more expensive but worth it. And the accessories are outstanding. #yodersmokers #pelletgrill
Yep for sure. 🍻
Another great video. I think you have become the official or unofficial go to person for learning about Yoder, and cooking with it. My next smoker will be the Yoder YS640 when my current one dies. Keep up the great videos.
Thanks! You’ll love it when you get one. 🍻
IMO this is a one stop shop with all the accessories. It can surely grill. You can bring this up past 600* with no issues. If you only have room for one grill (and the budget) then look no further
Yeah, the pizza oven really put it in a great spot as well. 🍻
The Yoder YS640 is so versatile! I have had mine for about a year and am completely satisfied with it. #yodersmokers #pelletgrill
Everything from pizza to searing, to smoking. Gotta love it. 🍻
Awesome video and good points made.. definitely considering a Yoder but have been contemplating the lonestargrillz pellet grill because you can add wood chips into your pellets for even more flavor
Thanks. I’m not sure if that actually adds more flavor or not. Pellets burn slower and those small chips are going to burn quick. It’s def interesting, I wouldn’t be surprised if Yoder allowed ppl to do it. No official word yet. 🍻
Great overview Jake
Thanks James! 🍻
I am a stick burner man but the pellet grill convenience is a must in your cooking arsenal. Keep the videos coming. #yodersmokers #pelletgrills
Thanks 🍻
Is there a video where you talk about why you chose the Yoder over other pellet grill brands (Pitts and Spitts, Recteq, etc.)?
Unfortunately, no but I can share my thoughts.
Pitts and Spitts required add ons for wireless and lacked accessories. It was also more money for less features.
Recteq, I didn’t even consider. I can’t get past their handles. I think they look ridiculous and I didn’t want that on my patio. lol personal thing obviously 😁
I read a ton of reviews on the Yoder. I liked the removable fire door for searing and I liked how it got to 600. Add in the accessories and it seemed like the right choice. Years later I still love it and with the pizza oven it’s tough to beat!
Hope this helps. 🍻
Ps I tried 3 Traegers all the way up to the Ironwood and hated them. Poor quality and no sear ability at all.
My only problem with my yoder ys640 with comp cart is it only has 2 prob ports. I do like the fireboard control just not the number of ports for probs. Like 4 prob ports. I load it with 4- 6 pork shoulders, 4 briskets, or 6 chuck roasts. I like to know temp all my meat is at.
I can see what you are saying. I don’t use the pit probes much, but I don’t cook that much meat. 🍻
Just got yoder 640 love it still learning love your videos
Awesome congrats! Check out my Yoder 101 playlist. Lots of helpful stuff there. 🍻
Lots of good info in this video, especially for new owners. On a different note, try ginger ale with your Appleton, we did and have never gone back to cola #yodersmokers #pelletgrill
Interesting. I may have to give it a shot. Thanks 🍻
Thanks for the videos. Have you found a need for grill mat to protect your deck surface from any drippings?
Yeah, I’ve definitely dropped a few things and was glad the matt was there. 🍻
@@RumandCook Thanks
@@RumandCook Which grill mat do you use?
@Hudson4351 I use the Yoder one. Should be able to find it at bbq.rumandcook.com/atbbq 🍻
The grease Catch Bucket looks really small. Looks like it would spill over doing a Brisket.
I love my Yoder and I love when you crank out videos and ideas using yours! #yodersmokers #pelletgrills
Thanks! I appreciate that 🍻
I love my YS640 #yodersmokers #pelletgrill
Thanks for this video. I currently have a different brand of pellet grill and have been eyeing a Yoder Smoker for sometime. I love watching your videos, but it makes me want one even more! #yodersmokers #pelletgrill
🤣 sorry not sorry 🍻
Thanks for the tips and tricks. How to generate more smoke was very helpful. #yodersmokers #pelletgrill
Welcome! 🍻
Excellent advice!
Thanks! 🍻
I love my offset smoker, but also would never get rid of my pellet smoker just because of the convenience! Perfect to use during the busy weeknight. #yodersmokers #pelletgrill
Yep same here 🍻
Great info for the new owners or those thinking about buying a #pelletgrill.. I love my #yodersmokers YS640s. I have most of those accessories. Keep up the great videos Jake, cheers.
Thank you sir 🍻
Love my Ys640. I got rid of my gas grill because of the versatility. Still have a blackstone if needed. #yodersmokers #pelletgrill
Good combo 🍻
#yodersmokers #pelletgrill Always a good thing to go back and review the basics.
Yep for sure 🍻
Great Tips!
Question 4 people ask me all the time. I give the same answer. I just tell them if they get a pellet make sure it can sear (even if it's a small fire pot). #yodersmokers #pelletgrill
Yep for sure. 🍻
Thanks Jake! I'm only going to pick one premium grill and I've been stuck between the Kamado Big Joe and the YS 640S. I finally picked the Yoder, solely because of the set it and forget it ability. I don't have the time for monitoring the grill temp for long cooks and thought the Yoder would work better. Time will greatly tell. Thanks much for all the information! I intend to purchase both the shelf covers, drip tray and a smoke tube. I will also purchase the cover though I intend to store the grill in my garage and wheel it out when needed. #YoderSmokers & #PelletGrill
I don't have the cover. Keep it in my garage.. No issues.
Welcome and congrats 🍻
Any regrets going with Yoder? I chose 640s as well and did same comparison. It’s still en route.
I have had lots of grills and smokers over 50 years experience. The Y640s is fantasticly the best unit I ever had....No grease fires...Plenty of heat...searing capable...smokes well...get a tube if you want more....Holds temp...just be patient...Works great!
@@1953MMike - thanks for info - great to know. Any recommendations on good Yoder forums?
I signed up for Yoder forum on their website, but, it seems like a ton of posts go unanswered….
Again, great video Keep 'em" coming. #yodersmokers are built like a tank and have more accessories then Pitts and Spitts. I really enjoy #pelletgrill cooking.
Thanks! 🍻
Informative video, Jake
Thank you sir. 🍻
Great channel . Learning a lot . Keep up the great work#yodersmoker#pelletgrull
Thanks 🍻
How about a video installing the fan upgrade recently available for the Yoder 640s?
On the list! Fans are waiting to be installed. Thanks 🍻
Fantastic, thank you sir.
Thanks Jake - #yodersmokers will be my next #pelletgrill
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Hey there! Just saw your video. Considering the 480S due to space constraints. Was also checking out the Weber Searwood… Would love feedback. I know the Weber will fit my area, not sure if the 480S will. At 53” wide with the side shelf it will not.. I have 42” to work with.
Personally I’d go 480 without the shelf. Direct sear, high temps, and pizza oven for the win 😁🍻
How hard is it to use the direct flame? i.e., do you have to remove the 300 degree grill grate, then use a tool to get the plate off.. find a place to lay a 300 degree plate, then put the grate back on?
I just use a glove and a part of tongs. Pretty easy. Just slide the grates to the right and same with the plate. 🍻
I just saw there is a new storage drawer system being offered for $499. Will you be getting this?
Yeah it looks nice. Not sure yet, most of my stuff is in the garage, but it would be nice to have it closer. 🍻
Good video. Although I've got a pellet smoker, I rarely use it. For people that are just going to have a pellet grill and that's it, seems like the Yoder is a good option. I had a Pitts and Spits and it was a fantastic pellet grill and had a grill zone. Only tried that once since I have several other options that are better for grilling. Now just have the Myron Mixon Barq, which is a really good pellet smoker, with lots of room.
I would love to see more cooking from your Alfa pizza oven, since I am new to mine as well. Only cooked on mine probably five times. There is a learning curve for sure. I'm trying to dial in cooking chicken and other stuff in mine. I am in love with my Alfa. Haven't seen you crank up your KK much lately. #YoderSmokers #PelletGrill
More Alfa content coming. Def a learning curve. KK is up for sale. No room! 🍻
I completely get the lack of room argument. The KK does take more space. Do you follow The Wood Fired Oven Chef? If not, you might look him up. He has a great understanding of the versatility of a wood fired oven. I am going to try several of his techniques and recipes. Have a blessed day. @@RumandCook
My questions… I have/had a Traeger (max 375 degrees) and a Camp Chef (max 300 degrees) that won’t get to or hold high temps despite being cleaned. Does this happen with Yoder? Also can I use the temp probes at high temps (e.g., searing steaks)?
Those temps sound low. I’d tried a better quality pellet like Bear Mountain to see if you can get it higher.
The Yoder can do 600 no problem. It will do higher with the diffuser plate open. No, do not use the probes when searing. 🍻
@@RumandCook thank you! Do you hear of Yoder users experiencing inability to get to high temperatures over time?
Nope, that should never happen. I have 4 years and over 300 cooks on mine. 🍻
Very helpful information.
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#pelletgrill
Glad you found it useful 🍻
Great recommendations!!!
Going to smoke some burgers soon.
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Smoked burgers are a fav. 🍻
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I'd like to get one of the Lone Star Grillz pellet smokers, as they seem to be in a league of their own in terms of smoke flavor (at least prior to the ones that let you put actual wood chunks in there... but IMO if you're going to put a piece of wood in there every 20-60 minutes, you may as well just use an offset). It also has some common sense design decisions I love, like the ash basket just being removable and easily dumped without having to take everything out of it. They sell an insert you can put in it that lets you direct grill with charcoal as well. They use FireBoard technology. I've done a lot of research, and it just seems like it's the best pellet smoker on the market if you want to use it like a pellet smoker (set it and forget it).
Still, that is a long ways off, if ever. I need to get the deck rebuilt and expanded, then I'd like to get a KK... so who knows how long all that will take to save up for.
The Yoder uses Fireboard as well. LSG tends to go back and forth from big amounts to smoke to little where as the Yoder is constant smoke. They programmed it differently to try and get more smoke. Just a different approach. 🍻
@@RumandCook I’ve seen the two put head to head and the LSG supposedly handily won, so your mileage may vary it seems.
@praetorxyn pretty sure I know the video you are talking about. Funny how I asked him in 2 different videos if he was sent the LSG for free and he ignored my comments 😀.
@@RumandCook I’ve seen it more than once from different people. I’ve seen LSG put up head to head with offsets, with comments being made like “a lot close than any other pellet grill I’ve seen” etc. These are all tiny channels, so I don’t know why LSG would send any people with little to no influence anything.
@praetorxyn tough to say. It’s a good product don’t get me wrong. I’m not knocking it. I’ve also seen people say the camp chef is as good as an offset and then others say no way. It’s all very subjective. Lots of options which is awesome 🍻
I love my #yodersmokers #pelletgrill but I also keep my other griddle and kamado style coolers.
Yep always good to have options 🍻
Hey brother I’m pretty sure I am getting the 640 does this hold temp in over night cooks? Are these it? I have a camp chef that has been a beast but I love this Yoder look and build
I’ve done tons of overnight cooks, no issues. You will get higher temps, a nice sear zone, and a pizza oven option with the Yoder. I think it’s a no brainer personally. 🍻
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Very interesting I cook on a Komodo Joe but it’s nice to see the difference types.
Thanks 🍻
#yodersmokers #pelletgrill You almost have me convinced the Yoder pellet grill is better in some ways than my Lone Star pellet grill.
Haha well the pizza oven does put it over the edge. It’s killer. 🍻
@@RumandCook maybe the Lone Star pellet can hold the pizza oven?
Do you find that you can hold high temps on the pizza oven with the smoker door opened? Looks like the manufacturer recommends that. #yodersmokers #pelletgrill
I keep it closed until cooking. If a longer cook or multiple pizzas I will close between cooks to help keep the temps up. 🍻
@@RumandCook
No warping off the metal on the pizza oven with high temps when closed?
Mind if i ask..it looks from your videos your less then 18” away from the wall..i did my first burn in and notice the stucco snd window hot..i was about 10” out..also, another stupid question ..any suggestions on cord\cable management for the power cord? And how about probe grommet mod so the probes dont score the metal with the cable>. Thanks
Mine is not 18” away, but I haven’t noticed any issues so far.
Unfortunately, I don’t have any other suggestions for the cord and probe. The probe is braided stainless so I haven’t had any issues to date. Cord just lays on the ground for me. 🍻
Yea, im probably overthinking it..thanks@@RumandCook
my neighbor only uses a #pelletgrill. Those #yodersmokers do look nice, hmmm
Things that make you go hmmmm 😁🍻
Great tips #yodersmokers #pelletgrill
Thanks 🍻
Hi there is a Yoder 640 for sale here built in 2022 like yours for $800 is that a good deal
Yeah I’d say that’s a great price. 🍻
What accessories would you recommend getting on a 640?
I did a video on that awhile back: Top 5 Yoder Pellet Grill Accessories
th-cam.com/video/R3fw-DL9xUE/w-d-xo.html
Can’t remember if the pizza oven was out yet, but it’s a must have. 🍻
@@RumandCookThank you for your response. Watched the video, and it was great. Keep putting out the great content.
@Finnegan7 happy to help. 🍻
How do you measure the entire cook chamber temps Left vs Right / Front vs Rear without any Thermometers installed in the hood ??? You're flying blind. The two meat probes obviously measure the internal temp of the food.
The Yoder works just like an offset. The fire is on the left and stack is on the right. There isn’t as much of a difference as you might think. I’ve measured it with 6 probes. 🍻
Very informative video #yodersmokers #pelletgrill
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